Architecture (MSArch)
University of Wisconsin MilwaukeeProgram Overview
The Architecture (MSArch) at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a MSc programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Architecture (MSArch) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Milwaukee, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Architecture (MSArch) programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- At least 6 credits of approved courses regarding research methods and techniques.
- At least 6 credits related directly to the application of the students area of specialization to practical applications in architecture and/or related disciplines.
- 3-6 credits of Arch 791 (Masters Level Directed Research) and/or Arch 792 (Masters Level Independent Studies and Research) related to the students area of specialization.
- 6-9 credits of Arch 890, Masters Thesis.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission
As an applicant, you must meet Graduate School requirements plus these Department of Architecture requirements to be eligible for consideration for admission to the program:- Undergraduate cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale).
- Three letters of recommendation from people familiar with your academic and/or professional work.
- Submission of test results from the General Test portion of the Graduate Record Examination.
- Resume, Curriculum Vitae, or Biographical Statement.
- Work Samples (examples of professional work, design work, research, teaching, and/or other work relevant to advanced research).
- For international applicants whose first language is not English, a minimum TOEFL score of 100 iBT or 600 PBT, or a score of 7.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam is required. Applicants with TOEFL scores from 79-99 iBT or 550-599 PBT, or an IELTS score of 6.5 will be considered for admission only with the stipulation that further course work in English be taken.
- Your proposed area of investigation.
- A clear description of your intentions.
- Why you believe the program is appropriate for your course of study.
- How your proposed area of study fits with faculty interest areas.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Jan, 2027
About University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Milwaukee, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
